Next England manager: Pundit rules out Guardiola for one reason as ‘fans would love’ two alternatives

A former England international cannot see Man City boss Pep Guardiola replacing Gareth Southgate, but he reckons two alternatives should be considered.

as England manager after his side were beaten 2-1 by Spain in the final in  Germany.

The 53-year-old guided to two finals and a semi-final during his time in charge, but the FA will be hoping his replacement can get them over the line and win the 2026 World Cup.

, but the FA reportedly have their eye on Guardiola, who has entered the final year of his contract at Man City.

Earlier this month, a report described Guardiola as

Responding to these reports, Guardiola has insisted that he is really happy at Man City.

“I’m really excited for this season that’s coming. I’m really happy …

Chelsea: Maresca reveals what’s to blame for Gallagher sale as head coach demands ‘rule change’

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has revealed his personal opinion on Conor Gallagher s imminent move to Atletico Madrid as he demands a rule change .

has entered the final year of his contract and Chelsea were always likely to cash in on him this summer if they could not agree a new deal with their academy product.

Gallagher is set to leave Chelsea

The England international was a key player for last season under Mauricio Pochettino, but he was expected to drop down the pecking order in 2024/25 if he stuck around as new head coach Maresca is implementing a new style of play.

Amid interest from Premier League pair Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, Gallagher has turned down a couple of fresh contract offers with Chelsea only willing to give him a two-year contra…

Man Utd: Erik ten Hag reveals his ‘mixed’ feelings on transfer as he’d ‘prefer’ to keep £25m star

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has reacted to Scott McTominay s imminent transfer to Serie A giants Napoli, saying he has mixed feelings.

The midfielder has travelled to Italy ahead of tonight’s 11pm deadline to finalise a move, which is understood to be worth around £25m.

McTominay’s exit has paved the way for the arrival of Uruguay international Manuel Ugarte from Paris St Germain and believes both deals are close to being conpleted.

He told a press conference: “I can’t tell you more than you already know, it’s not completed yet.

“We expect it (to be completed), but I can’t confirm it now.”

McTominay’s move to Napoli would end a 12-year association with United since joining in 2012.

He made his senior debut f…